Museum / Exhibition / Gallery

Louvre

The most visited art museum in the world is situated on the site of an ancient castle, the Palais du Louvre, which dates back to 1190.The building works on the Louvre as it can be seen today started in 1535 but the castle was extended several times during the following centuries. Following the events of the French Revolution it became a museum in November 1793. Nowadays, you can see paintings such as the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, or the works of Delacroix and David but also sculptures whic [more]The most visited art museum in the world is situated on the site of an ancient castle, the Palais du Louvre, which dates back to 1190.The building works on the Louvre as it can be seen today started in 1535 but the castle was extended several times during the following centuries. Following the events of the French Revolution it became a museum in November 1793. Nowadays, you can see paintings such as the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, or the works of Delacroix and David but also sculptures which include Alexandros of Antioch's Venus de Milo . Since 1989, the "cour Napoleon" is covered by a glass pyramid, which was built by order of the French Prime Minister François Mitterrand.Open every day from 9a.m. to 6 p.m. closed on Tuesdays and bank holidays. Admission is free on every first Sunday of the month. Underground station : Palais Royal / Musée Du Louvre

Park / Botanical Gardens

Parc Floral de Paris

Situated in the forest of Vincennes, near the castle of the same name, the "Parc Floral de Paris" was opened in 1969. It is part of Paris' botanic gardens and includes themed gardens, covered with flowers and a variety of other plants.There are a number of other activities for the visitor: mini-golf, table tennis, tricycles for rent, but also exhibitions and jazz concerts during summer.Opening hours are from 9.30a.m. to 6 p.m in the winter, and from 9.30a.m to 8 p.m. in the summer.

Boardwalk / Promenade / Street

Place des Vosges

Church / Cathedral / Monastery

La Sainte Chapelle

The La Sainte Chapelle is situated in the heart of Paris, France. It is a gothic chapel and was built in the era of the Gothic architecture. The palatine chapel was built to host possessions of Louis IX from August 1239. The relics include the image of Edessa and Christ’s crown of thorns. There are thirty more other relics of Christ in the chapel. The stained glass are the most visual characteristics of the chapel. In the fifteenth century the rose windows were added to the upper chapel. Two [more]The La Sainte Chapelle is situated in the heart of Paris, France. It is a gothic chapel and was built in the era of the Gothic architecture. The palatine chapel was built to host possessions of Louis IX from August 1239. The relics include the image of Edessa and Christ’s crown of thorns. There are thirty more other relics of Christ in the chapel. The stained glass are the most visual characteristics of the chapel. In the fifteenth century the rose windows were added to the upper chapel. Two-thirds of the windows are authentic and the others are replicas. Two meters of the stained glass was removed to allow the daylight in. Since 1862 the chapel has been a national historic monument.

Church / Cathedral / Monastery

Notre-Dame Cathedral

Situated in the heart of Paris, you'll recognise the Gothic cathedral of Notre Dame by its two towers and its spire. Before the actual cathedral, as we see it today, there is thought to have been a pagan temple, then a basilica with 5 naves, followed by an impressive cathedral, Saint-Etienne, which was more than half the size of the actual Notre Dame de Paris. The cathedrals first stones were placed in 1163, and finished in 1250, with later renovations and adjustments. Features such as its 3 o [more]Situated in the heart of Paris, you'll recognise the Gothic cathedral of Notre Dame by its two towers and its spire. Before the actual cathedral, as we see it today, there is thought to have been a pagan temple, then a basilica with 5 naves, followed by an impressive cathedral, Saint-Etienne, which was more than half the size of the actual Notre Dame de Paris. The cathedrals first stones were placed in 1163, and finished in 1250, with later renovations and adjustments. Features such as its 3 organs, its stained glass windows, 3 of which are rose windows, its paintings and sculptures can be admired. Open every day from 8 a.m until 6.45 p.m

Museum / Exhibition / Gallery

Orsay

Park / Botanical Gardens

Jardin du Luxembourg

It was Marie de Medici who, after having the Palace built, created the gardens. These gardens are divided into different sections, one of which is the French garden, with the Orangerie and its temporary exhibits. The English gardens feature the "Fontaine de Médicis" and an orchard.A large number of statues decorate the alleys, much appreciated by tourists and Parisians and there are also a number of outdoor activities, such as tennis, basket ball and pony riding, Punch and Judy marionettes and a [more]It was Marie de Medici who, after having the Palace built, created the gardens. These gardens are divided into different sections, one of which is the French garden, with the Orangerie and its temporary exhibits. The English gardens feature the "Fontaine de Médicis" and an orchard.A large number of statues decorate the alleys, much appreciated by tourists and Parisians and there are also a number of outdoor activities, such as tennis, basket ball and pony riding, Punch and Judy marionettes and a water plan with remote control boats for children.Concerts, as well as operas, are being held in the pavilion.

Restaurants

L'Escargot

Restaurants

Michel Rostang

Restaurants

Le Divellec

Monument / Memorial

Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower is situated on Parc du Champs de Mars next to the Seine River in Paris. It is one of the most familiar and iconic structures in the world. It is the tallest building in Paris and was built with iron and it is used as an observation tower and radio broadcasting tower. It is 324 metres in height and was built in 1889. There are 2 restaurants in the tower. The Altitude is on the first floor at 95 metres height and the Jules Verne is on the second floor. The tower opens all year [more]The Eiffel Tower is situated on Parc du Champs de Mars next to the Seine River in Paris. It is one of the most familiar and iconic structures in the world. It is the tallest building in Paris and was built with iron and it is used as an observation tower and radio broadcasting tower. It is 324 metres in height and was built in 1889. There are 2 restaurants in the tower. The Altitude is on the first floor at 95 metres height and the Jules Verne is on the second floor. The tower opens all year round. The elevators are opened from 9.30am to 11.45pm but during summer months from June to August they are opened from 9am to 12.45am. The steps are opened from 9.30am to 6.30pm but during summer months from June to August they are opened from 9am to 12.45am.

Restaurants

Guy Savoy

Church / Cathedral / Monastery

Mosquée de Paris

Museum / Exhibition / Gallery

Musée du Moyen Age

Museum / Exhibition / Gallery

Rodin Museum

Church / Cathedral / Monastery

The Sacred-Heart Basilika of Montmatre

Theatre / Opera

L'Olympia

Other Places of Interest

Le Paradis Latin

Theatre / Opera

Opéra de Paris

The Opéra de Paris is located at the Place de l’Opera. The construction started in 1862 but it was only completed in 1875 because of the discovery of an underground lake. The lake is still underneath the building. The seating capacity is less than 2200 but the building is still one of the biggest theatres in the world. It is 73.6 meters tall, 172 meters long and 73.6 meters wide. It is furnished with rose marble columns, sculpture groups, wall paintings and two gilded statues. There is a marbl [more]The Opéra de Paris is located at the Place de l’Opera. The construction started in 1862 but it was only completed in 1875 because of the discovery of an underground lake. The lake is still underneath the building. The seating capacity is less than 2200 but the building is still one of the biggest theatres in the world. It is 73.6 meters tall, 172 meters long and 73.6 meters wide. It is furnished with rose marble columns, sculpture groups, wall paintings and two gilded statues. There is a marble Grand Staircase inside which is 30 meters in height. The Grand Foyer has a number of chandeliers and mixture covered ceiling. The auditorium is behind the Grand Foyer and under the green copper dome. It is furnished with plaster cherubs, red velvet and gold leaf. The ceiling was painted in 1964 by Marc Chagall. The chandelier inside the auditorium weighs six tonnes. There is a stage behind the auditorium which can accommodate 450 actors and it is 60 meters tall.

Museum / Exhibition / Gallery

Mémorial de la Shoah

Restaurants

Toro

Monument / Memorial

Arc de Triomphe

The Arc de Triomphe is a monument in Paris. It is located at the centre of Charles de Gaulle at the roundabout. It was built to honour those people who fought for France in the Napoleonic Wars. The names of the Generals in the wars are all on the top and inside of the arc. There is a tomb for an unknown soldier underneath the Arc from the World War I. The monument is the second biggest triumphal arch in the world. It is 49.5 metres tall, 45 metres wide and 22 metres deep. The Arc de Triomphe was [more]The Arc de Triomphe is a monument in Paris. It is located at the centre of Charles de Gaulle at the roundabout. It was built to honour those people who fought for France in the Napoleonic Wars. The names of the Generals in the wars are all on the top and inside of the arc. There is a tomb for an unknown soldier underneath the Arc from the World War I. The monument is the second biggest triumphal arch in the world. It is 49.5 metres tall, 45 metres wide and 22 metres deep. The Arc de Triomphe was designed by Jean Chalgrin in 1806. It is one of the most famous monuments in the city. There is an underpass for the pedestrian to cross. Visitors can take a lift and then walk up 46 steps or walk 284 steps to the top of the Arc. You can see the panoramic view of Paris on top of the Arc.

Restaurants

Le Grand Véfour

Museum / Exhibition / Gallery

Centre Georges Pompidou

Boardwalk / Promenade / Street

La Butte aux Cailles

"La Butte aux Cailles" is the name given to Parisian neighbourhood situated close by to the Place d'Italie. The area is renowned for its bars, café's and restaurants, as well as its boutiques and art galleries between the residential houses and gardens. There is a square, cut in two by the "rue de Tolbiac", and a public swimming pool, which has the particularity of using its own well water.